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Premier League: Can Tottenham Hotspur actually face relegation this season?

Tottenham Hotspur seem trapped in reverse. Igor Tudor was appointed to spark improvement after Thomas Frank's tenure, but there was little evidence of a turnaround in this performance.

Premier League: Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal live match time, streaming

Across North London, Mikel Arteta is under pressure after Arsenal's frustrating 2-2 draw with Wolverhampton Wanderers. The result dented their title momentum, especially with Man City close behind.

Greenwood wastes penalty chance as Marseille go down narrowly to Brest

Habib Beye's reign as Marseille coach got off to a losing start as Ligue 1's top goal-scorer Mason Greenwood missed a penalty in Brest's 2-0 win. Beye replaced Roberto De Zerbi last week after a miserable run that saw Marseille exit the Champions League and lose to archrival Paris Saint-Germain 5-0. But the former Newcastle and Aston Villa defender could not stop the rot that threatens Marseille's hopes of a European spot next year. Two first-half headers from Ludovic Ajorque put Brest in the driving seat and he could have had a third had a fierce shot not rattled the bar on Friday. Marseille came into the match more in the second half but Greenwood missed a golden chance to pull it back into the game seven minutes from time. He was brought down by Daouda Guindo but his spot kick was well saved by Brest goalkeeper Gregoire Coudertt. The result left Marseille winless in four Ligue 1 games and in fourth place, five points behind Lyon, which has a game in hand against Strasbourg on

Will Bruno Fernandes post the best-ever midfielder stats in Premier League?

With Fernandes rediscovering his creative best, the question now is whether the Portuguese midfielder can equal or even surpass that landmark.

Brentford progress to FA Cup fifth round after Macclesfield own goal

Brentford will face West Ham in the fifth round of the FA Cup after dispatching Macclesfield 1-0 on Monday, an own goal ending the fairy tale run of the sixth-tier giantkiller. The Macclesfield part-timers knocked out cup holder Crystal Palace in the last round and were hailed for pulling off one of the greatest shocks in the competition's long history. But they could not match Brentford, which progressed thanks to a 70th minute own goal from Sam Heathcote. The big defender dived to cut out a cross from Aaron Hickey but instead diverted the ball past his own keeper. It was a cruel denouement for Macclesfield, which held the Premier League club throughout an even first half before tiring in the second 45 minutes. "I couldn't be any prouder," Macclesfield coach John Rooney told TNT Sports. "The lads were outstanding and the shape was really good. We train two times a week and we've put that performance on against a Premier League side." The fifth-round tie will take place at West H

11 killed, 12 injured as gunmen open fire at soccer field in central Mexico

Gunmen opened fire at a soccer field in central Mexico on Sunday, killing at least 11 people and wounding 12, authorities said. Salamanca Mayor Cesar Prieto said in a statement posted to social platforms that the gunmen arrived at the end of a soccer match. Ten people at the scene and one died later at a hospital. The mayor said a woman and a minor were among the wounded. Prieto said the attack was part of a "crime wave" in the city and appealed to President Claudia Sheinbaum for help to control the violence. The Guanajuato state prosecutor's office said it was investigating and coordinating with federal authorities to reinforce security in the area. Guanajuato had Mexico's highest homicide total last year. A local gang, Santa Rosa de Lima, has been battling the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel. "Unfortunately, there are criminal groups trying to subjugate authorities, something they are not going to achieve," the mayor said. Overall, Mexico's government says the country's

Premier League teams no longer dominate football's global rich rankings

English teams have slipped out of the top four of Deloitte's Money League for the first time in 29 years, according to an annual survey of the highest revenue generating football clubs globally

Man United FA Cup exit sparks debate over interim coach choice ahead

Managerless Manchester United crashed out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat to Brighton. At the end of a week that saw the storied Premier League team and 13-time FA Cup winner fire head coach Ruben Amorim, the loss at Old Trafford has likely consigned United to another trophyless season and was greeted with loud jeers from the home crowd. Interim coach Darren Fletcher admitted the 20-time English champion was not in a good moment, but said it was too soon to write the season off with Champions League qualification still achievable. It's probably not what fans want to hear about Manchester United because they've been winning cups and challenging for the Premier League, he said. Don't waste the season. That would be the challenge that I would set. That's the challenge that probably the players feel like they need to achieve this year. Former United striker Danny Welbeck scored what proved to be the decisive goal in the 64th minute, and Benjamin Sesko's late header was only a consolati

Senegal see off resilient 10-man Mali to advance into AFCON semifinals

Iliman Ndiaye's first-half strike was enough for Senegal to beat 10-man Mali 1-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal on Friday. Ndiaye poked the ball home from close range in the 27th minute after Mali 'keeper Djigui Diarra let Krpin Diatta's cross slip through his fingers to land at Ndiaye's feet. The winter rain which has soaked the tournament started to fall early at Grand Stade de Tanger and it would not have helped Diarra's grip on the ball. Mali captain Yves Bissouma was already booked for a foul on Sadio Man as his team made a courageous start, and the Eagles' hopes took a major blow when he was shown a second yellow card before the break for a foul on Idrissa Gueye. Referee Abongile Tom had already sent off Woyo Coulibaly in Mali's previous game, a penalty shootout win over Tunisia, and Bissouma's sending off represented the team's third sending off in as many games. Senegal missed further chances with Diarra saving from Man in stoppage time. The 2021 champion awa

Nigeria face Algeria amid unpaid bonus claims and Osimhen dispute at AFCON

Nigeria's preparations for its Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal against Algeria have been dogged by speculation about internal strife involving star striker Victor Osimhen and reports that the players were not being paid their bonuses. Nigeria coach ric Chelle would not comment on the reports Friday, when he said such questions need to be directed to the Nigeria Football Federation. This is my job, to stay focused to try to stay focused to stay focused about only the pitch (field), and definitely my job is on the pitch, not around, Chelle said in Marrakech a day before Nigeria plays Algeria in the city. The NFF still advertises a vacancy for the position of head coach of the men's team, a year and a day after it appointed Chelle to the position. Nigerian media outlets reported that the players had threatened not to train or travel to Marrakech for the match unless they were paid agreed bonuses for winning their first four Africa Cup games. The team arrived in Marrakech on Thur

Frankfurt, Dortmund settle for draw in pulsating Bundesliga New Year clash

Second-placed Borussia Dortmund twice surrendered a lead and looked like losing to a stoppage-time winner but it came back to score in the last minute and draw at Eintracht Frankfurt 3-3 in a thrilling Bundesliga clash. The first league match of 2026 was a riveting advert for German football but both sides will rue their ability to hold a lead. The draw left Dortmund in second place, eight points behind leader Bayern Munich and four above Bayer Leverkusen and Leipzig. All three have a game in hand. Frankfurt missed a chance to move into fifth and remained in seventh spot, equal on points with Stuttgart. The game started encouragingly for the visitor with Maximilian Beier side-footing home Julian Ryerson's inviting cross from the right flank after 10 minutes. But on a chilly night at Deutsche Bank Park, the home fans were warmed by their team's reaction. Can Uzun equalized from the penalty spot after Serhou Guirassy was adjudged to have fouled Robin Koch. Dortmund took the lead ag

Wrexham stun Nottingham Forest on penalties to reach FA Cup fourth round

The big guns entered the FA Cup and one of them was shot down immediately. Championship club Wrexham knocked out Premier League side Nottingham Forest 4-3 on penalties after a thrilling match ended 3-3 after 90 minutes and extra time. Wrexham keeper Arthur Okonkwo was the hero, saving twice to take his side into the fourth round. The Welsh side co-owned by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney was 2-0 up at the break thanks to goals from Liberato Cacace and Ollie Rathbone. Igor Jesus pulled one back with a header after 64 minutes only for Dominic Hyam to restore Wrexham's two-goal lead with a diving header 10 minutes later. Forest substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi scored in the 76th and 89th minutes to force the game into extra time but when neither side could get a winner it went to penalties. James MacLean missed for Wrexham but Okonkwo saved from Igor Jesus and Omari Hutchinson to send the home fans into raptures. The manager spoke to us before the game, told us about the histo

Sports@2025: Of crowns, cracks and goodbyes that shaped the sporting year

Landmark wins, uneasy moments and defining exits shaped the sporting year

Top 10 unforgettable footballing moments that took place in 2025

From the season of firsts for teams to nations losing a footballing gem, the rollercoaster football calendar year was something different for the fans.

Chaos erupts at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium as fans struggle to see Messi

Chaos erupted at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Saturday as spectators, who had paid hefty amounts for tickets to see Argentine football icon Lionel Messi, protested after being unable to catch a clear glimpse of the soccer player. Messi arrived at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan around 11.30 am along with long-time strike partner Luis Surez and Argentina teammate Rodrigo De Paul, and was the first to take the ground. He briefly moved around and waved at the crowd. However, he remained surrounded by VIPs, organisers and security personnel throughout his round, effectively cutting off the spectators' view from the galleries. Fans claimed that they could not see Messi properly, either directly or on the stadium's giant screens, despite waiting since morning. Frustration mounted as chants of We want Messi echoed across the stands. Tempers flared when the Argentine star was escorted out of the stadium within minutes, well before several invited dignitaries arrived. Disappointed

Messi mania grips Kolkata, arrival sparks frenzy as his India tour begins

Thousands braved the December chill and waited past midnight to give a rousing welcome to Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi as he arrived in Kolkata for his whirlwind three-day, four-city GOAT India Tour 2025. The Barcelona legend's 2.26 am touchdown in the early hours of Saturday sent the city into an frenzy. Gate 4 of the international arrivals turned into a roaring sea of chants, flags and flashing phones, with fans sprinting between gates for even a fleeting glimpse of their favourite sports star. Children perched on shoulders and drums rolled as Messi was whisked out through the VIP gate under massive security. A heavy convoy then escorted him to his hotel, where another huge crowd was waiting deep into the night. Barricades, police deployment, and non-stop cheering completed a citywide eruption of "Messi mania." Messi arrived with long-time strike partner Luis Surez and Argentina teammate Rodrigo De Paul. Over the next 72 hours, he will zip across Kolkata, Hyderab

SEGA to release Football Manager 26 on Nov 4: Price, system requirements

Football Manager 26 releases today for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, featuring a rebuilt match engine and improved tactical systems. Here's all you need to know

Four dead, 12 injured in mass shooting after football game in Mississippi

The incident occurred in Leland, a small city about 120 miles (190 km) northeast of the state capital, Jackson

Durand Cup 2025 Final: NE United vs Diamond Harbour live time, streaming

The live streaming of the final of the Durand Cup 2025 between NorthEast United and Diamond Harbour will be available on Sony LIV app and website in India

Prize money for Durand Cup 2025 winners announced at Rs 1.21 crore

The winners of the 134th edition of the Durand Cup will walk away with a prize money of Rs 1.21 crore, the highest champion's purse in the 137-year history of Asia's oldest football tournament. The Durand Cup Organising Committee (DCOC) announced it on the eve the grand finale on Saturday, when defending champions NorthEast United FC clash with debutants Diamond Harbour FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK). Earlier this year, the DCOC had announced a 250 percent increase in prize money raising the pool from Rs 1.2 crore in the previous edition to a tournament-record Rs 3 crore this season. The tournament kicked off on July 23 with 24 teams across six groups playing in five cities Jamshedpur, Imphal, Kokrajhar, Shillong and Kolkata. Eight teams progressed to the knockouts. Prize purse: Champions - RS 1.21 crore Runners-up - Rs 60 lakh Losing semi-finalists - Rs 25 lakh each Losing quarter-finalists - Rs 15 lakh each Individual Awards: Golden Ball (Best player